Canggu - surf spot statistics

Canggu, Bali, offers consistent surf conditions year-round, with ground swells dominating the wave activity nearly every month, rarely dropping below 90% prevalence. The swell size averages between 1.4m and 2.0m, peaking from June to August when the waves are largest and most powerful, making these months ideal for experienced surfers. However, wind conditions during this period are less favorable, with bad onshore winds occurring over 80% of the time in July, August, and December, which can create choppy surf. The sweet spot for balanced conditions is from March to May, when ground swells remain strong (96–99%), swell size is manageable (1.4–1.7m), and wind conditions improve, with April standing out as the best month—nearly 50% good offshore winds and consistent 1.5m swells. While October and November also see decent swell consistency and size, wind quality drops again, with onshore winds becoming more frequent. For surfers prioritizing clean waves with fewer crowds, late-season months like September and October can still deliver good sessions, though less reliably. Overall, mid-year (June–August) brings the biggest waves but challenging winds, while the transitional months (March–May) offer the best compromise between swell quality and cleaner conditions.

In April, Canggu offers surfers consistent conditions with an average swell height of 1.5m and a solid period of 14.2s, providing well-spaced, powerful waves. The swell predominantly comes from the SSW and SW directions, with SSW delivering the best size distribution—20.29% of waves in the 1-1.5m range and 30.93% in the 1.5-2m range, making it ideal for intermediate to advanced surfers. SW swells also contribute with 11.96% in the 1-1.5m range, adding variety. The wind is favorable for surfing 48% of the time, with the most common onshore breezes coming from the ESE and SE. However, higher wind speeds (10-30kph) from the ESE can occasionally disrupt conditions, while lighter winds from the S to SW directions are cleaner. Overall, April provides a mix of powerful, well-organized waves with generally manageable winds, making it a reliable month for good surfing sessions in Canggu.